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Review of Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion on PlayStation 4

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Dec 2022
Cover image of Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 13 Dec 2022
Genre: Action Role-Playing Game
Developer: Square Enix, Tose
Publisher: Square Enix

Introduction

Ah, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion - the slightly awkward, but nonetheless riveting prequel that gives fans both nostalgia pangs and the urge to jump off a cliff in excitement. It's like finding old photos from your awkward teenage years-entertaining but cringeworthy at times. This is an action RPG that morphs into a wild mashup of stunning anime cutscenes and button-mashing action that'll leave your thumbs chaotically dancing.

Gameplay

Let's talk gameplay because, let's face it, you didn't get your gaming console to just watch cutscenes. In Crisis Core, you control Zack Fair-a guy with more style than most fashion influencers-who cleans up Shinra's messes while trying to find his missing friends. The gameplay balances exploration, real-time combat, and side missions, leaving you wondering if you're actually playing a video game or living a half-animated soap opera. Side missions? Sure! Just as many as you need to justify saying "I'm grinding!" to anyone who questions your life choices. Combat in **Crisis Core** is equal parts exhilarating and confusing, with a real-time combat system that keeps you on your toes or in your seat, depending on whether you remember to dodge. No more turn-based nonsense. Instead, you'll be dodging, slashing, and tossing spells like you're trying to impress everyone in a fast-paced dance-off. With a disposable Materia system, you can load up on skills like fireballs or heal yourself from the brink of death-necessary when you accidentally trigger a boss battle too early. As if dodging fireballs weren't enough, there's the Digital Mind Wave (DMW) system-a slot machine mechanic that brings a bit of Vegas fun into the fray; who said they couldn't mix gambling and video games? Just steer clear of shady peddlers in Midgar! If luck is on your side, you may trigger Limit Breaks that put weapons of mass destruction to shame. If not, well... hey, at least it's conveniently unpredictable!

Graphics

Now, graphics. These are sharper than a well-honed Buster Sword. The original PSP release was a marvel for its time, but Reunion takes things to another level with its use of Unreal Engine 4. Character models look as though they've been fitted for a Hollywood debut. Zack and his crew now have shiny new HD clothes-sorry, not sorry, Midgar slums. And those cutscenes? Breathtaking animation that's almost too good to be true. One moment you're watching some dramatic flair involving Sephiroth, and the next you're wondering if you just stepped into a Final Fantasy movie instead of a game. Environments are lush and detailed, inviting you to stop everything and explore-sort of like taking a museum tour but with more monsters and insane characters.

Conclusion

To wrap it all up, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is a blend of nostalgia, action, and emotional storytelling that's almost too wholesome for its subject matter. If you enjoyed the original or just want to know why everyone's still swooning over Sephiroth and his extremely long sword, grab this title. Just remember: with great power comes great responsibility... and many, many side missions. Whether you're a veteran of the series or a newbie confused by the obsession, grab your controllers and jump into a world where the only limits are your willingness to press buttons and tolerate the melodrama. Overall, I'd say it's an 8 out of 10-just enough excitement to keep you playing but not quite enough to give your thumbs a break!

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